Buffalo Ranch Churro Cake Bars (Print View)
Crispy churro topping meets spicy buffalo ranch swirl inside soft, cake-style bars for a flavorful bite.
# Components:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
→ Wet Ingredients
06 - 2 large eggs
07 - 1 1/4 cups buttermilk
08 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
09 - 1/4 cup vegetable oil
10 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
11 - 1/4 cup light brown sugar
12 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Buffalo Ranch Swirl
13 - 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
14 - 1/4 cup ranch dressing
15 - 2 tablespoons buffalo sauce (mild to medium heat)
16 - 1/4 cup powdered sugar
→ Churro Topping
17 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
18 - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
19 - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease with butter or oil.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon until evenly blended.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, buttermilk, melted unsalted butter, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth.
04 - Pour the wet ingredient mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently just until combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender texture.
05 - Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
06 - In a small bowl, beat softened cream cheese, ranch dressing, buffalo sauce, and powdered sugar with an electric mixer until smooth. Dollop spoonfuls over the batter and gently swirl with a knife to create a marbled pattern.
07 - Bake in the preheated oven for 22 to 25 minutes, or until the bars are golden on top and set in the center.
08 - While bars are still warm, brush the surface with melted unsalted butter. Mix granulated sugar and ground cinnamon, then sprinkle generously over the top.
09 - Allow bars to cool in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes. Cut into 12 portions and serve while warm or at room temperature.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Exciting combination of bakery and snack flavors
- Perfect for parties or brunch with a twist
02 -
- Contains dairy, eggs, and gluten ingredients
- Buffalo ranch can be made mild or spicy to taste
03 -
- Sprinkle crushed cornflakes on top before baking for extra crunch
- Serve bars with ranch or blue cheese for dipping